Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in South Gate involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dishwashers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near South Gate work on Kenmore dishwashers regularly.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near South Gate
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of South Gate. 6 of them are based in South Gate itself, and the rest are spread across Downey (12), Huntington Park (4), and Compton (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. None of the repair companies near South Gate name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Perez Appliance and Plumbing Repair, about 0.7 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.7, 0.9 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
At the top of the South Gate list: Johnnies Appliances (2.9 miles away, based in Downey, 4.7 stars from 390 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EverFix Solutions Pro. (1.5 miles away, based in Cudahy, 4.6 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HomeFix Repair Pros (2.9 miles away, based in Downey, 4.9 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Best Price Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Downey, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dishwasher Lines and Features
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Gets Fixed on a South Gate Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Kenmore Dishwasher Running
- Once a month, run a normal cycle in the empty dishwasher with a bowl of about half a cup of white vinegar on the upper rack. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Quick Tips: 3 Ways to Care for Your Dishwasher
- Switch between cycles such as Pots & Pans and Normal instead of using one cycle every time, to limit hard-water buildup on spray arms and jets. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Quick Tips: 3 Ways to Care for Your Dishwasher
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
A Kenmore dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Dishwasher Notes for South Gate, CA
Most dishwasher calls in South Gate come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in South Gate
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: South Gate, CA
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dishwasher?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Which South Gate technicians work on Kenmore?
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Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.